Set out below are all SuperGuide articles that relate to SMSF pensions.
Commuting an SMSF allocated pension
Younger retirees might like to consider moving their funds back into accumulation phase for the time being.
Starting an SMSF pension checklist
The following checklist will help you get on top of everything that needs to be when starting an SMSF pension.
SMSFs: How to start a pension
One of the benefits of having a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is its ability to pay members an income stream, or account-based pension. Of course any superannuation fund can do this, but paying a pension from an SMSF offers members more control and flexibility.
What SMSF trustees need to know about ECPI
Self-managed superannuation funds offer members some useful advantages when it comes to paying pensions. One such benefit refers to the treatment of income earned on assets that are supporting a pension, called exempt current pension income or ECPI.
SMSFs: What are the lump sum withdrawal rules?
As you reach retirement, you will be considering what you want to do with your superannuation in your self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF). Basically, your fund can pay benefits in the form of a lump sum, an income stream, or a combination of both.